Small Business Grants for Women in Chicago

Small business grants for women in Chicago are scarce. We’re changing that.

You’d think it’s nearly impossible to find a legit small business grant for women anywhere online. A quick Google search will get you a long list of sites to check out. But a lot of these sites either look shady or they’re way too complicated government-run sites — agencies that typically give out large grants to women business owners, but only if you’re in the tech sector.

That’s not what we’re about. WomensNet can help you find real grants, loans, and other funding for your small business. That doesn’t mean it will be easy. You’re going to have to put in some hard work and time. But if you’re serious about growing a successful business, you’ll find our site is a big help.

Here’s a great and simple way to start — apply for our Amber Grant for Women. Businesswomen from Chicago (and all across America) can easily apply for this grant. Our judges pick a $2,000 Amber Grant recipient each month – and if you win, you’re automatically eligible for our $25,000 year-end Amber Grant. That means you could be awarded $27,000 this year by completing your application today.

After you’ve applied, please read about the resources below. There are businesspeople in Chicago waiting to help women business owners just like you.

What is an Amber Grant?

WomensNet launched the Amber Grant in 1998 to honor the memory of an ambitious young woman who died at the age of 19, before she could realize her entrepreneurial aspirations. Today, these grants help women like you fulfill the dreams that Amber could not.

How Does It Work?

Every month, WomensNet judges award one or more Amber Grants of $2,000 each. Then, at the end of the year, one of those grant recipients is selected to receive the $25,000 Amber Grant.

How Do I Apply?

By telling us your story. There are no lengthy, complicated documents to complete; just answer a few questions about your business. But hurry—applications are due by the end of the month for the next $2,000 Amber Grant.